Tony Evers

Storms Close Two Milwaukee Libraries ‘Long Term’

Plus: City adding evening hours to drop-off centers.

Criminal Justice Reform Advocates Blast ‘Lack of Urgency’ in Closing Green Bay Prison

Budget signed by Evers called for max security facility to close, but governor removed deadline.

Rep. Robyn Vining Celebrates the Opening of the MCW Center for Cancer Discovery

Rep. Robyn Vining Tours Wauwatosa Flood Damage With Governor Evers

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Cuts Stalling Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance Modernization Efforts Designed to Prevent Fraud and Waste

Governor urges Trump Administration to restore $29 million Wisconsin expects to receive to modernize UI system, support projects designed to crack down on benefit fraud and abuse

Governor Evers Visits Flood Victims in 2nd District

Statement from Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. August 12, 2025

Gov. Evers Declares State of Emergency for Flash Flooding and Storm Damage Across Wisconsin

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides Update Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Bipartisan Law Allows Advanced Nurses To Set Up Their Own Practices

Compromise becomes law after previous versions stalled.

Gov. Tony Evers Vetoes Uber Drivers, Parole Violation Bills

Governor vetoed 5 bills Friday afternoon and signed 17 others, including several related to health care and policing.

Extension of COP house grant program will bolster communities

Statement from Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt August 8, 2025

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 21 Bills

Evers Balks At Trump Admin’s Plan To Cancel $62 Million Grant For Homeowners

Solar for All program would support installation of solar energy systems in Wisconsin.

Gov. Evers Wraps Up Statewide Tour Highlighting Bipartisan State Budget Investments to Support Access to Affordable Healthcare in Midst of Reckless Republican Cuts

Governor discusses devastating cuts to Medicaid and food assistance while highlighting bipartisan budget initiatives to support healthcare access statewide

Even With Evers Out, Gubernatorial Field Remains Small

Strategists say any would-be candidates must weigh the potential benefits of announcing early against the demands of a lengthy campaign.

Gov. Evers to Sign Bipartisan Bill Expanding Healthcare Service Access with New Licensure Opportunities for Nurses

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of World War II Army Air Forces Private Herbert E. McLaughlin Who Lost His Life

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration Not to Cut Critical Solar for All Program

Governor warns Trump Administration that cuts to Solar for All will cause energy bills to go up, hurt efforts to improve air quality and create jobs in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Over $110 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin 

Tommy Thompson for Governor?

'Why not?' says former governor, 85. 'My mind is sharp as hell.'

Evers Offers $100 Million in Incentives to Eli Lilly’s Kenosha County Project

Company will invest $4 billion, create 750 jobs in Pleasant Prairie.

Medical College of Wisconsin Celebrates Grand Opening of the Center for Cancer Discovery, Heralding a New Era of Cancer Research in Wisconsin

MCW President and CEO Dr. John Raymond, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, elected officials, and community leaders in attendance for today’s ribbon cutting ceremony.

Amid Falling Vaccination Rates GOP Bill Pushes Exemptions

Bill requires waiver forms be given to parents with health forms schools give them.

The Many Lawsuits of Josh Kaul

29 suits by AG against Trump administration. Will this help or hurt Kaul if he runs for governor?

Appeals Court Rules Against DNR Board Holdout

Emails show Frederick Prehn was working with GOP legislators to stay in seat past appointment.

Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Opposition to Trump Budget

Governor releases list of impacts Trump Administration’s budget will have on Wisconsin’s seniors, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and workforce

Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Radio Address Celebrating the 174th Wisconsin State Fair

Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Favorite Obsession

She's death on 'unelected bureaucrats." What's that all about?

Will Evers Sign Bill Making Gig Drivers Independent Contractors?

Would exclude Uber, Lyft, DoorDash drivers from rules protecting workers.

Gov. Evers Charges EPA Has Abandoned Science

Joins California Gov. Newsom, condemning end of greenhouse gas regulations.

Gov. Evers, DATCP Announce Investments to Support Wisconsin Dairy, Meat, and Crop Exports

Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports to continue expanding key Wisconsin exports through bipartisan budget signed by Gov. Evers this month

Governor Evers, WEDC announce more than $1.5 million in grants to support small businesses across Wisconsin

Funding will allow local organizations to assist with building improvements, training, and other financial support.

‘Signs of Life’ in Wisconsin Housing Market

Sales up 8.1% in June. But homes unaffordable for many first-time buyers.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT announce $645,000 Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to attract foundry to Wisconsin, create 129 new jobs

Gov. Evers Appoints New Member to DATCP Board

Youth Will Be Served in Governor’s Race

A national trend. Next governor could be three decades younger than Tony Evers.

Rep. Goodwin Responds to Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Seek Re-Election

Why Tony Evers Could Have Run Again

Why he was likely to win and thrive as a three-term governor.

State’s First Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship Program Launches

Program is latest earn-while-you-learn solution aimed at workforce shortages

Study Ties Weak State Gun Laws to Child Deaths

Child deaths up 15% in Wisconsin, one of 28 states with most permissive laws.

County Exec, Governor Celebrate New Affordable Housing Development

New facility provides supportive housing units for seniors with disabilities experiencing homelessness.

UW Food Program Shutting Down After Federal Cuts

More than 90 people losing their jobs.

Rep. Robyn Vining Thanks Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers for Their 50 Years of Public Service

County Executive David Crowley Confirms He Will Run for Governor

Milwaukee official is second Democrat to enter race.

Baldwin, Evers, Moore, and Pocan Release Joint Statement on SNAP Cuts and UW Layoffs from Republican Budget Bill

UW announced layoffs of nearly 100 staff who help implement food assistance program

Gov. Evers Grants 204 Pardons, Bringing Total Pardons Granted to 1,640

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Is First Dem To Announce Gubernatorial Bid

Rodriguez's announcement kicks off what is expected to be a fierce Democratic primary for governor

DNR Announces Catastrophic Storm Grant Recipients

Representative Shelia Stubbs Thanks Governor Evers for His Service to the State of Wisconsin

DNC Statement on Governor Tony Evers’ Retirement

Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson issues Statement on Governor Evers’ Announcement to not seek a Third Term

Speaker Vos’ Statement on Governor Evers Decision Not to Seek Third Term

Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman issues statement on Gov. Tony Evers’ announcement

Representative Moore Omokunde: Statement on Gov. Evers Opting Not to Run for a 3rd Term

Representative Lee Snodgrass’ Statement on Governor Evers’ Decision to not Seek Re-Election

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Governor Tony Evers Not Seeking Third Term

Statement Regarding Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Run for a Third Term

Statement by Chair of the Legislative Wisconsin Black Caucus Dora Drake on Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Seek Re-election

Senator Pfaff Statement: Thank you, Governor Evers

Senator Mark Spreitzer Reacts After Governor Tony Evers Announces He Will Not Seek A Third Term

Tony Evers Confirms He Won’t Seek Third Term

First open race for governor since 2010.

WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming reacts to Evers’ Announcement

Secretary Godlewski Thanks Governor Tony Evers for His Incredible Dedication to Wisconsin

ROYS- “Thank you for your lifetime of service”

MacIver Statement on Governor Evers’ Decision to Retire

Statement by Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein on Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Seek Re-election

Senator Baldwin Statement on Governor Evers’ Retirement

Gov. Evers: A Love Letter from Me to Kathy and My Family—and to You, Wisconsin

WisDems Chair Responds to Gov. Tony Evers Announcing He Will Not Seek a Third Term

Senator LaTonya Johnson Responds to Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Run for Another Term

 Gov. Evers, WisDOT Celebrate Unveiling of New Lac du Flambeau Dual-Language Highway Signs

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Van Dyne Fire Department Safety Officer, Firefighter, and Emergency Medical Responder Amie Sue Lee

Gov. Evers Seeks Trump Administration Approval for HUBZone Designations to Support Small Businesses, Boost Rural Wisconsin Economies 

Governor petitions for federal designation to help local small businesses in eligible counties compete for federal contracts

The Imperial Legislature Loses Again

Three decisions by Wisconsin Supreme Court overrule Republican lame duck laws.

Republicans Move to Repeal Gov. Evers’ 400-Year School Funding Hike

If the bill passes the Legislature, it would face ironic hurdle: Evers' veto pen.

Fight for Control of Wisconsin Senate Has Begun

2026 election gives Democrats a chance to flip seats under new legislative maps.

Gov. Evers Launches $110 Million in Direct Child Care Provider Payments, Avoiding Gap in Critical Assistance

Governor delivers on promise to secure direct payments to child care providers through bipartisan, pro-kid budget investments

Does Justice Rebecca Bradley Face An Enthusiasm Gap?

Why Republicans might prefer her to step down from WI Supreme Court.

Older Adults Account for 20% of Wisconsin’s Suicides

Older men have highest rate. Experts discuss possible causes and solutions.

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Cuts to Staff, Programs Affecting Wisconsin’s Forestry Industry

USDA Forest Service reportedly plans to backtrack on millions in state investments to purportedly cover Trump Administration costs of recklessly firing thousands of dedicated federal workers

Cities With State Buildings Get Boost from Wisconsin Budget

Special funding since universities, prisons, state offices pay no local taxes.

WisDOT celebrates AirVenture, Aviation Week in Wisconsin

Aviation recognized across the state during world’s largest air show

Rep Robyn Vining Launches Campaign for 5th Senate District

Democrat challenging GOP Sen. Rob Hutton in Milwaukee-Waukesha district.

New Grants Could Help Train Wisconsin’s Low-Income Workers

Trump budget plan allows Pell Grants to pay for short-term workforce training.

Wisconsin Public School Funding Falls Further Behind National Average

New report finds big decline since 2002, state now 10% behind national average.

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Highlighting 2025-27 Bipartisan Budget Investments in Clean Water Infrastructure Statewide

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Wisconsin State Patrol Bureau Director David Pabst and Teresa “Teri” Pabst

New Fundraising Numbers Could Indicate Evers’ Reelection Decision

But while Republican challengers build their war chests, Evers could quickly refill his coffers.

Facilities Assisting Homeless Veterans Set to Close

Gov. Evers blames GOP lawmakers, who call his remarks 'simply disingenuous.'

Gov. Evers Appoints Gregory Seibold as Florence County District Attorney

Governor Evers approves ramp resurfacing and improvement project along I-43/94 in Milwaukee County

What’s Next in Legal Fight Over Abortion in Wisconsin?

More issues remain after WI Supreme Court struck down 19th century ban.

Environmental Groups, Community Advocates Push for PFAS Deal

Funding approved but stalled by clash between Gov. Evers and GOP legislators.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce Over $174 Million in Quarterly Transportation Aids to Improve Local Roads 

Announcement comes as Gov. Evers secures increased investments in the state’s General Transportation Aids and additional investments in local roads in 2025-27 Biennial Budget

Gov. Evers Slams Legislature for Failing to Approve Investments in Veterans Causing Housing Location Closures

Two of three veteran housing locations to close after Legislature rejects governor’s funding request

A Tale of Two Cities

Radically different budget bills passed in Madison and Washington.

Hundreds Gather at Funeral for Milwaukee Police Officer

Officer Kendall Corder, 32, was 6-year veteran killed in the line of duty.

Governor Touts Wisconsin Budget as Bipartisan Compromise

Evers won't say whether he will run for reelection, but predicts he'd win.

Raises Haven’t Solved Wisconsin Prison Staffing Problems

'They put a Band-Aid on the problem," says former Waupun guard.